LARGE PORES? TRY THESE PRIMERS

Having large pores is not the end of the world and there are so many products out there are specifically targeted towards filling them in or reducing their appearance.

I am taking you through four similar yet still different products that could work to help you with the concerns you may have about your pores. Because who doesn't want a baby smooth and even surface to put foundation on, right?

I'm warning you in advance, it's a long one because we go into some serious detail so grab a cup of tea and let's get into this.

MAYBELLINE FOUNDATIONS - FIT ME VS. SUPERSTAY

I adore Maybelline foundations because they are some of the most affordable options on the market but are still high quality.

In this post I am comparing the FIT Me foundation with the SuperStay foundation. That way if you are looking for a new one to try and split between the two, this post will hopefully help you make up your mind.

NUDESTIX REVIEW - WRONG COLOURS AND SIZES?

 

When Sephora online launched in Australia I saw that one of the new brands being stocked was NudeStix, something I had never heard about.

The concept intrigued me, especially their lip and cheek set because I love the idea of multipurpose products that save space in your everyday makeup bag and are perfect for travel. So are these worth adding to your cart during your next Sephora order?

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: UNDER $50

You don't need a huge budget to show someone you care this holiday season and I have put together a selection of gift ideas for the women in your life all under $50. 

These are the types of gifts that would be perfect for a secret Santa at work, as little stocking stuffers or as an addition to any other gift. Now let us get into these 7 amazing products all under $50.

IN FRONT OF THE LENS - CORALIE RYAN FROM FURLESS COSMETICS

Welcome back to another installment in the series "in front of the lens" which interviews talented women on their work, successes and advice they may have.

This time we are catching up with Coralie , the brains behind Furless Cruelty Free Cosmetics. I have been using Furless for years and if you are a long time reader of the blog you may remember a feature on Coralie a couple of years ago. You can catch up on that Q&A here.

Now let's get into the interview...

NUXE HOLIDAY SETS - PERFUME AND SKINCARE GIFT IDEAS

When it comes to buying for the skincare obsessed in your life you are inundated with choice but these sets are a sure winner. 

If you are able to get a clear idea on what sort of skincare they most enjoy then you are sure to find a gift pack tailored specifically for that. But when you are struggling for ideas then these NUXE gift sets are a god send.

NUXE is a cult classic French skincare brand that you will find in the beauty cupboards of many European women. This Christmas they are releasing two beautiful gift sets at affordable prices perfect for Secret Santa's or when you have a limited budget but want something luxe and good quality.

INSIDE THE ZARA BRISBANE LAUNCH

This Friday just gone marked the first ZARA store to open in Brisbane and I was lucky to scout it out in the media preview before their doors opened to the public.

The three level fashion hot spot is located right on Queen Street mall, a small walk from Witchery and Forever 21 as well as just across the road from H&M. I'm going to share my first impressions with you along with some snaps of the amazing trends available in this store. I'm also going to be discussing the pricing and sharing a few of my fashion picks that stood out to me.

AUSTRALIS RAPID TAN REVIEW AND GIVEAWAY

From the brand that has brought such cult classic products to the market such as Velour Lips and the AC On Tour Highlighting and Contouring Kit – Australis  is celebrating the launch of their new tanning line, ‘Rapid Tan’.

The idea behind the tanning products is to provide the ideal base for your beauty routine, that being a flawless sun kissed glow. Introducing Rapid Tan, the newest fake tanner on the block and also one of the most unique. 

BECCA GLOW ON THE GO HOLIDAY SET

Believe it or not but up until my recent Sephora online order I had never tried any Becca products. 

When I wasn't able to find Champagne Pop in stock anywhere while in the US I was sort of disheartened and never tried to figure out where to order from back in Australia.

Then the universe delivered with the goods, allowing me to try out some Becca with the new launch of Sephora Australia online. So it all worked out and now I'm here to talk you through one of their adorable highlighter Christmas sets and my thoughts.

PRICELINE 40% OFF BEAUTY SALE RECOMMENDATIONS

It's that wonderful time of year again where Priceline have their 40% off beauty sale and there has never been a more perfect time to get your hands on some amazing products at bargain prices. 

Run, don't walk because this sale is only on today and tomorrow, ending on the 19th of November. I have rounded up some of my favourite products from the brands included in the sale to help you add to your wishlist of what to buy. It is definitely the time to treat yourself to some new makeup and take advantage of the incredible discounts.

NEW IN : BOE BEAUTY $2 RANGE

If you have been following my blog for a while then you would be well aware of BOE Beauty, the range of $2 makeup avaliable from Big W.

I found this brand years back and fell in love with how affordable and accessible they are for girls on a budget or buying on trend makeup that you might only use a couple of times. So if you want a bright blue eyeliner you might only wear a few times over the Summer it's only going to cost you $2, perfect if you don't want to spend too much money on makeup.

Anyway so now getting to the point of this post! BOE Beauty have just released a entire new range of amazing additions to the line with lots of exciting lip products and a pretty impressive stick eyeshadow. This post is going to be talking you through all of these new $2 bargains.

THE ULTIMATE SPRING NARS DUO

Maybe NARS is a brand you have never tried or perhaps you are just looking to expand your collection from them.

Whatever the case these two products are a staple of mine from NARS and I would highly recommend adding them to your wishlist. So let me get into just why these products are so amazing and top the list of my NARS favourites.

INSIDE MY OCTOBER LUST HAVE IT

It was only about a fortnight ago that I shared my September Lust Have It unboxing but there was a delay on the October box that saw it only ending up in my possession a few days ago.

With that being said it was well worth the wait because this month's bag was filled to the brim with exciting products and even some food items to satisfy my sweet tooth. We have 4 full sized items, 1 deluxe sample sized product and 2 edible goodies. 

BEHIND THE DESK #6 YOUTUBE WORKSHOPS, BLOGGER LUNCHEONS, PARTIES, MOVIEWORLD, FINISHING UNI AND MORE

Happy Saturday everyone! I have been a busy bee this last week and I bit so I thought I would share with you what I have been up to and what has been going on.

In this post I'm going to be talking about going to YouTube workshops, theme parks, blogger luncheons, parties, finishing Uni and more. There is so much to cover to let's get into it, I can't wait to catch up with you all!

SIGMA EXPRESS BRUSH CLEANING GLOVE REVIEW

Up until recently I have been rubbing my hands raw washing my brushes religiously each Sunday but have since found the Sigma Express Brush Cleaning Glove.

I might be being dramatic when I say that this thing has changed my life, well at least brought back the life in my hands. Instead of swirling thick kabuki brushes around on my palm I now have an efficient and effective rubber mitt to do all the hard work. 

WAYS TO LEAD A HEALTHIER LIFESTYLE

So Summer is just around the corner and you want tone up a bit? Maybe even lose a few kilos? Well I'm here to help kick start that goal with these 5 tips on ways to lead a healthier lifestyle. 

These are simple tips to get you in the right direction if you are feeling a little bit lost and not sure where to start.

FACE CREAM HITS AND MISSES

Calling all my dry skinned friends out there, or even if you are simply on the hunt for a new moisturiser because this is the post for you. 

While a lot of moisturisers pass through my desk I have selected just five to analyse and am talking you through the good, the bad, my overall experience and whether or not I would recommend.

SEPHORA AUSTRALIA HAUL

It was about time Sephora online launched so that all Aussies could get their hands on some of those coveted brands without having to travel to Sydney. 

Before Sephora launched they contacted me to collaborate with them for when the site went live. Let's just say it took all my strength to not spill the beans to you guys that Sephora online was about to become a reality but somehow I kept my lips sealed until the launch day and announced it over on Instagram (@JordyCannon). I'm going to get into sharing with you my very first order from Sephora.

3 BUDGET EYESHADOW PALETTES

Although Urban Decay and Too Faced palettes are lovely, there is much more out there than just the latest Naked palette. This post is all about showing you three palettes that are $10 or under.

Proving that you can save some money and still get some great eyeshadows to work with. Talk about a bargain - 2 of these palettes were just $2.80. Read on to find out more about these drugstore steals.

3 BUDGET BROW PRODUCTS I'M TRYING

Brows have become increasingly important over the past few years and now that big brows are back on trend I have been scouring the market to find my perfect product.  

In this post I am sharing with you my thoughts on three drugstore brow products that I am currently trying. For reference, my go-to brow routine is a two-step process that uses high end products you can read more about it here. But I always like to give the drugstore a try that way repurchasing products isn't as painful for my wallet. I did find a few good products in this post here but I still think I can find something more comparable to high end. So let's give these three products a shot. 

3 MUST HAVE FACE BRUSHES

Having the right tools can mean your foundation applies better, highlight is more precise and under eye concealing is seamless. 

I have chosen my three favourite face brushes that I would definitely recommend getting your hands on. Each of the options are quite affordable so they are perfect if you are on a budget.

A 6-IN-1 PRODUCT? MY THOUGHTS ON THE THIN LIZZY

Okay so if you are anything like me then you have seen the ads for the Thin Lizzy and been left clueless as to how this one product has six different uses. There is also word that this could be a great dupe for NARS Laguna. 

I'm not going to lie, I am an extremely skeptical person and this product was no exception. So in this post I give you my no fluff opinion and honest experience on the Thin Lizzy product as well as a look into the brush, gloss and liner.

ANTIPODES FAVOURITES

Most of the ingredients in these products sound good enough to eat and that is because for the most part - they are! Ingredients like avocado, kiwi fruit, berries and cacao butter make features in these products making for a series of delicious concoctions. 

I do realise the above could mislead you to believe you can eat these but I am definitely just joking and would not recommend eating these despite how amazing they sound. Enough of me being weird - let us get into discussing these four products. 

INSIDE MY LUST HAVE IT

Another month another Lust Have It box and this one is a mixed bag of interesting products.

The theme of this months box was "on the go" and it included 3 full sized products, 3 sample sized products and a little bonus.